<p>Radiation therapy technologists operate a variety of sophisticated machines, such as linear accelerators and cobalt units, which generate X-rays, gamma rays, electron beams, and other types of radiation in the treatment of cancer patients.</p><br>

<p>Radiation therapy technologists operate a variety of sophisticated machines, such as linear accelerators and cobalt units, which generate X-rays, gamma rays, electron beams, and other types of radiation in the treatment of cancer patients.</p><br>

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MEDICAL RADIOLOGICAL DEVICES

Radiation therapy technologists operate a variety of sophisticated machines, such as linear accelerators and cobalt units, which generate X-rays, gamma rays, electron beams, and other types of radiation in the treatment of cancer patients.

Nuclear medicine technologist responsibilities include administering radioactive material to humans for diagnostic purposes. Requirements include successful completion of college level courses specific to nuclear medical technology and laboratory training. To obtain a certificate, the applicant must pass the state administered exam or submit documentary evidence of having passed an exam equivalent by one of the following: Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or the American Society of Clinical Pathologists.